Austin Tucker Martin, the 21-year-old man who was fatally shot after entering the secure perimeter of Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida, had reportedly been missing for several days before the incident.
Here is a closer look at the timeline leading up to the confrontation.
When Was Austin Tucker Martin Last Heard From?
According to reports shared by family members, Austin Tucker Martin was last heard from on February 21 at approximately 7:51 pm. Relatives stated that he had left home earlier that day around 1:00 pm and had not contacted anyone afterward.
Family members described his sudden disappearance as out of character. Concerned about his safety, they reported him missing to local law enforcement in North Carolina. A missing person flyer circulating online stated that he was from the Carthage area and drove a 2013 silver Volkswagen Tiguan.
How Many Days Was He Missing?
Based on the available timeline, Martin was reported missing on February 21. The Mar-a-Lago incident occurred in the early hours of February 22 at around 1:30 am in Florida.
This suggests that he had been out of contact for less than 24 hours before the fatal encounter. However, investigators believe he may have begun traveling south shortly after leaving North Carolina, and the full details of his movements remain under review.
What Happened at Mar-a-Lago?
In the early morning hours of February 22, Martin approached the north gate of the Palm Beach estate owned by Donald Trump. Authorities said he was carrying what appeared to be a shotgun and a gas can at the time.
According to the US Secret Service, agents and a deputy from the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office confronted him and issued commands before shots were fired during the encounter. He was pronounced dead at the scene. No law enforcement personnel were injured.
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